We hear the heaviness in your heart, and we want you to know that you are not alone. The distress and confusion you’re feeling are real, and it’s important to bring them before the Lord, who sees your struggles and offers comfort and clarity. Scripture tells us in Psalm 34:18, "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." You are not beyond His reach, and He longs to draw near to you in this moment.
First, we must address the foundation of your faith. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. There is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father. If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved (Romans 10:9). If you have not made this decision, we pray that the Holy Spirit would convict your heart and lead you into a saving relationship with Christ. Without Him, we are lost, but in Him, we find forgiveness, purpose, and eternal life.
Now, regarding the troubling thoughts and emotions you’re experiencing, we want to gently but firmly rebuke any lies that may be taking root in your mind. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and he will use confusion, shame, or even dark humor to keep you from walking in the light of Christ. If these thoughts are causing you distress, it is a sign that they are not aligned with God’s truth. We must take every thought captive to obey Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5) and replace lies with the truth of Scripture.
We also encourage you to examine your heart and confess any unrepentant sin that may be giving the enemy a foothold in your life. James 4:7 tells us, "Be subject therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." If there are areas where you have strayed from God’s will—whether in relationships, habits, or attitudes—we urge you to repent and turn back to Him. The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin (1 John 1:7), but we must come before Him with a humble and contrite heart.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this dear one who is struggling with distressing thoughts and emotions. Lord, we ask that You would draw near to them, just as You have promised. Break the chains of confusion and shame, and let Your light shine into the darkest corners of their mind. We rebuke every lie of the enemy in the name of Jesus, and we declare that no weapon formed against them will prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Father, if they have not yet surrendered their life to You, we pray that Your Holy Spirit would convict their heart and lead them to salvation. May they confess Jesus as Lord and find peace in Your forgiveness. If there is unrepentant sin in their life, reveal it to them, Lord, and grant them the strength to turn away from it. Cleanse them with the blood of Jesus and restore them to a right relationship with You.
We ask that You fill them with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Surround them with godly counsel and support, and give them the courage to seek help when they need it. Remind them that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that You have a purpose for their life. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and help them to stand firm in Your truth.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to seek out a trusted pastor, biblical counselor, or mature Christian friend who can walk alongside you in this season. You do not have to carry this burden alone. The Lord is faithful, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). You are loved, you are seen, and you are not forgotten.
